James Andrew Recruitment Solutions (JAR Solutions)

Our client, based in London, is currently recruiting for a Democratic Services Officer on a 3-month temporary contract. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Attending committee meetings, taking notes, minute taking and agenda logs Managing meeting calendars and scheduling across multiple senior stakeholders, keeping governance deadlines on track and reducing clashes Handled sensitive and confidential information appropriately, due to the team being a part of a wider council partnership Managing report preparation and governance quality checks, ensuring papers were clear, accurate, complete and ready for circulation or publication Skills and Experience required: Experience required in Local Government Rewards and Benefits: Hybrid working Flexible working days Working hours: 37 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £250 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently working with a Not-for-Profit organisation in Stoke-on-Trent , recruiting for an L&D Manager on an initial 4-month temporary contract . The role starts immediately, offers circa £200 per day , and includes three days of home working with flexibility. The ideal candidate will be confident in delivering training, have a good grounding in e-learning, and feel comfortable presenting to SLT. They will be able to add value quickly, work independently, and operate effectively across a broad L&D remit. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Designing and delivering impactful learning programmes that build skills, knowledge and behaviours across the workforce Creating inclusive and innovative development initiatives that enable employees to thrive Developing and implementing a clear Learning Strategy aligned to organisational goals, values and regulatory requirements Partnering with senior leaders to shape and deliver a Leadership Academy for current and aspiring leaders Leading organisational development activity including change, talent management and succession planning Driving compliance with mandatory training and producing accurate reporting for SLT Managing L&D communications, apprenticeships and the central budget to support engagement and operational delivery Experience required: Strong stakeholder management with the confidence to influence, negotiate and challenge appropriately Proven ability to deliver high-quality facilitation, coaching and presentations across all levels Skilled in managing LMS platforms and digital learning tools to support effective learning delivery Confident in leading people and applying HR processes within a professional environment Capable of managing budgets, expenses and financial workflows with accuracy and accountability Adept at analysing data and evaluating learning impact to inform decision-making Experienced in driving process improvement and delivering projects that enhance organisational performance Working hours : 35 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm 3 days home working Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Our client, based in North London, is currently recruiting for a HR Business Partner on a permanent contract. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. This is a full time role (35 hrs per week) and is paying an annual salary of £50,000. The ideal candidate will have experience working in the retail industry. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Acting as a HR Business Partner, supporting the retail side of business Providing HR Support to roughly 100 small independent supermarkets across the country Supporting and providing guidance regarding TUPE transfers and business re-structures Managing a variety of employee relations cases including absence issues, policy violations, organisational changes and more Working with Assistant Business Partners, providing support and guidance Experience required: Experience required in retail industry Experience with TUPEs/organisational change Working hours: 35 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm (flexible) Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently working in partnership with a Social Housing provider based in Bristol/Gloucestershire, who are recruiting for a Desktop Surveyor on a permanent contract. The client is happy to wait for notice periods, and the annual salary for the role is £40,000 - £45,000 per annum. The ideal candidate will have a surveying background with experience in damp and mould, building pathology or repairs within social housing, together with strong report writing skills and the ability to assess issues remotely using images and supporting information. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Reviewing photographs, reports and supporting information relating to damp and mould cases as they are received Triaging cases and assessing likely causes, severity and required remedial actions Producing specifications and recommendations to support repairs and remedial works Liaising with repairs teams, contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure cases are progressed effectively Maintaining accurate records and updating systems to ensure compliance and auditability Supporting the delivery of a customer-focused service, ensuring damp and mould cases are managed in line with policy and regulatory requirements Experience required: Experience assessing damp and mould cases within social housing Experience identifying building defects and applying building pathology principles Experience producing reports, specifications and remedial recommendations Experience working with repairs teams and contractors to progress works Experience maintaining accurate records and updating housing management systems Experience delivering customer-focused services in a regulated housing environment Working hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm 4 DAYS A WEEK AT HOME Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are recruiting for a Communications Business Partner to work for large Hampshire-based housing association. This is a permanent, hybrid (two days per week from home) role paying £40,000 per annum. You can be based out of any of their offices, which are: Eastleigh West London Berkshire Bracknell Duties will include (but are not limited to): Acting as the primary interface between the Strategy, Business Intelligence and HR, and the Communications function Design and deliver communication activities to meet business objectives Promote a positive brand reputation among colleagues, customers, stakeholders and the media Lead communications planning and oversee delivery of all internal and external communications Provide communications advice to leaders and managers Evaluate the impact of communications strategies and make recommendations for improvement Produce written copy covering a wide range of communication channels and collateral including news stories, releases, publications, reports, and internal briefings Experience required: Broad communications experience, including press, stakeholder, customer and internal communications experience Working hours: 37 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently working with one of the largest non-for profit organisations in the North-West, who are currently recruiting for a Payroll and Reconciliations Advisor on a permanent basis. The role is due to start immediately on a full-time basis, offers a salary of £30,700 and will be a mix of office presence in Liverpool and working from home. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering payroll, pensions and benefit services. Duties will include (but not limited to): Delivering monthly analysis and reconciliation of pay, benefits and control accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness in line with required standards and timescales Providing specialist technical expertise throughout the payroll & benefits lifecycle, liaising with third parties (HMRC & Regulators) regarding submissions, payments, deductions, tax treatment and statutory changes Carrying out pension activities for contractual and auto-enrolment services across the Group pensions schemes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations at all times Performing accurate data calculations and analysis of payrolls for the Group and its subsidiaries, including statutory and occupational payments and deductions Experience required: Strong level of Excel, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables Proven track record of delivering payroll, pensions and benefit services Rewards and benefits: Flexible working from home policy 28 days holidays plus bank holidays Flexible working options available Investment in your learning and personal development Working hours: Flexible hours Monday - Friday Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently working with an industry leading organisation based in Birmingham who are looking for a Credit Controller on an initial three-month temporary contract. This is a full-time role offering an hourly rate of c . £20.19 Umbrella . There is a hybrid working policy, requiring you in the office 2 days per week , and it is due to start as soon as possible . Duties will include (but are not limited to): Managing a ledger of approximately 1,500 live accounts Ensuring that invoices are authorised, raised and posted accurately and timely Taking full responsibility for key debt accounts to ensure the monies owed are timely and there are no outstanding issues Ensuring that debt is collected within set targets and outstanding monies are actively chased Building excellent working relationships with clients and customers across the board Conducting daily bank and statement reconciliations Experience required: A background chasing high volumes of commercial or personal debt Rewards and benefits : Hybrid working (2 days per week in the office) Possibility of a permanent position Working hours: 37 hours per week Monday - Friday 9am-5pm Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details

Our client, based in Newcastle, is currently recruiting for a Governance Business Partner on a 6-month temporary contract. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position. The ideal candidate will have experience working within the housing sector and be confident in meeting management, whilst holding a high level of Governance knowledge. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Maintaining stakeholder relationships, ensuring good governance and effectively supporting board, committee and management meetings Be the primary contact for collation of whistleblowing complaints, determining appropriate escalation routes through the business and establishing appropriate investigative teams as appropriate Ensuring Board, Committee and Subsidiary meetings are well prepared for, run smoothly and ensuring any agreed follow up actions are captured and implemented Skills and Experience required: Ability to co-ordinate and quality assess complex and detailed Board papers with a high degree of accuracy and to a high quality of presentation Excellent information management skills and ability to develop and manage systems for recording and storing information and data Rewards and Benefits: Hybrid working Flexible working days Working hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £250 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are delighted to be partnering with a Public Sector organisation in North Wales who are recruiting for a People Partner on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of £42,398 per annum, alongside hybrid and flexible working arrangements. They are seeking someone who can deliver a proactive, preventative and professional HR service by working closely with leaders to identify people priorities, shape people plans and support organisation-wide initiatives, acting as a key point of expertise on all people matters. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Partnering with leaders to provide day-to-day HR support and guidance across a wide range of people matters Leading key people projects to deliver strategic objectives and support the organisation's wider people plan Managing complex ER cases including grievance, conduct, attendance and organisational change Coaching and developing managers to build confidence and capability in handling people issues effectively Using people data and insights to identify priorities, support workforce planning and guide decision-making Driving culture and inclusion by embedding values, promoting DEI and supporting a positive employee experience Improving HR processes by identifying opportunities to streamline policies and enhance service Experience and skills required: CIPD Level 7 capability demonstrated through qualification or equivalent experience, supported by ongoing professional development Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and the ability to apply it confidently in complex situations Extensive experience advising managers across a broad range of people-related issues Proven ability to deliver HR projects and initiatives that support organisational goals Skilled stakeholder influencer able to build trusted relationships at senior levels and shape long-term people decisions Data-driven HR approach using insight, best practice and strategy to strengthen the HR service Resilient and proactive partner who can handle challenging situations, offer constructive challenge, and work flexibly to meet business needs Working hours : 35 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority based in Devon, who are recruiting for a Stock Condition Surveyor on a temporary six-month contract. The position is due to start immediately, with the potential to go full time. The hourly rate of pay is negotiable up to £38.79 per hour on an Umbrella basis. The ideal candidate will experience conducting EPCs (Holding the relevant qualification), and have an in depth understanding of HHSRS. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Conducting comprehensive stock condition surveys across residential housing portfolios to assess property condition, lifecycle, and investment needs Carrying out Domestic Energy Assessments (DEAs) and producing EPCs in line with current legislation and accreditation standards Utilising DEA qualification knowledge to assess energy efficiency measures and support decarbonisation and Net Zero initiatives Recording and analysing data on building components including kitchens, bathrooms, roofs, windows, heating systems, and external elements Updating asset management systems with accurate survey findings, condition ratings, and compliance information Skills, knowledge and expertise required: EPC qualification is essential HHSRS experience required Working hours: 37 hours per week Monday - Friday 3 days working from home Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently hiring for an interim Procurement Consultant to work for a Lincolnshire-based local authority. This is for three months initially (with scope for extension) and you can work fully remote (you would just need to collect equipment on your first day). They are looking for someone with significant procurement experience within a Housing Revenue Account (HRA) / Private Registered Providers (PRP) environment, and with a strong working knowledge of the Procurement Act. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Leading on pre-procurement stage, including drafting invitations to tender and details works specifications for a range of HRA contracts, ranging in value up to £5 million Contracts include: responsive repairs, capital works programmes e.g. kitchens and bathrooms, roofing programmes and pest control services Specifications need to reflect lessons learned from existing contracts, capture and embed the tenant voice and meet legislative, regulatory and compliance requires Experience/skills required: Housing sector background Expertise in repairs and property services Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act Working hours: 35 hrs per week, 9am-5pm Mon-Fri Fully remote Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently working in partnership with a Housing Association based in Portishead, who are recruiting for a Damp and Mould Surveyor on a permanent. The position is due to start immediately, with the potential to go full time. The hourly rate of pay for the role is between £35-40 per hour. The role will focus on managing damp, mould, and condensation cases across a residential housing portfolio, carrying out property inspections, identifying building defects, diagnosing root causes, and specifying remedial works. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Undertaking damp, mould, and condensation inspections across occupied properties Diagnosing building defects and identifying appropriate remedial solutions Producing detailed reports, specifications, and schedules of works Managing cases from initial inspection through to completion of works Liaising with residents, contractors, and internal teams to ensure effective service delivery Monitoring contractor performance, quality of works, and compliance standards Supporting disrepair and HHSRS-related case management where required Ensuring accurate record keeping and compliance documentation is maintained Experience required: Experience required in Social Housing Experience carrying out damp and mould surveys Experience identifying the root cause of Damp and Mould Working hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday, (Flexible daily hours) Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority based in Gloucestershire, who are recruiting for a Senior Building Surveyoron a permanent contract. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time hybrid basis. The salary for this position is £48,000-£54000 per annum depending on experience. The ideal candidate will have experience of working on planned maintenance projects, with existing knowledge of Social Housing compliance regulations in addition to direct experience of liaising with regulators and multi-disciplinary stakeholders. Additionally, possessing a strong knowledge of fire safety principles, compartmentation, and fire strategies across residential housing is advantageous. Please note that you will require access to your own vehicle for this position. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Leading on the delivery of fire safety programmes, including FRA actions, compartmentation and passive fire protections Leading large scale planned work projects, including replacement of EWI on blocks of flats Acting as a technical expert on building pathology, compliance and construction standards Managing external consultants and contractors, always ensuring value for money Ensuring projects are delivered on time and in adherence to best industry standards Experience required: Proven experience of working in fire safety programmes in the social housing sector Relevant experience working within planned maintenance projects Experience of adhering to relevant compliance regulations within the Social Housing sector Experience of working in a role where Fire Safety best practices are enforced Rewards and Benefits: Hybrid working - up to three days WFH Flexible working days Local Government Pension Scheme 26 Days Annual Leave - Rising to 31 days off with volunteering Working hours : 37 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm Flexi basis Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently partnering with an Accountancy Firm based in Coventry , who are recruiting for a Payroll Administrator to join their growing team on a permanent basis.This is a full-time position with a salary of £30,000 and the start date is subject to notice. The role will be fully site based and the ideal candidate will have five years experience in a similar role. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Processing weekly, monthly, fortnightly and annual end to end payrolls of up to 1,100 staff members in a bureau setting Actively communicating with various clients and HMRC, acting as the main point of contact for query resolution Processing pension contributions in line with auto-enrolment regulations and ensuring timely submissions to pension providers Allocating work to the payroll team to ensure client deadlines and budgets are met Ensuring client database is correct (Payroll Notes, Start PDM database, Logs etc ) Conducting checks and audits on payrolls to ensure compliance and correctness Experience required: Five years experience in payroll Advanced knowledge of UK PAYE legislation, statutory deductions and compliance requirements Comprehensive understanding of P11d's / Payrolling benefits Rewards and benefits: Auto enrolment pension scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Options to buy/sell up to five days annual leave per year Flexi-time available Death in Service scheme (subject to entry criteria) Working hours: 37 hours per week Monday - Thursday, 9am-5:30pm and Friday 9am - 5pm Office opening hours 6am - 8pm so there is scope to work flexibly during these hours Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently seeking an Assistant HR Business Partner to join a busy HR Advisory Services team in South Birmingham on a 12-month fixed term contract to start in July (although this can be flexible). This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week) and offers hybrid working (2 days home working) and a salary of up to £48,822 per annum . This is a pivotal role in delivering a comprehensive HR service across a large organisation, providing expert advice and guidance on a wide range of employee-related issues and supporting strategic HR initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Providing timely, expert advice to managers on HR matters such as performance, sickness, conduct, grievance, TUPE, and probation Leading or supporting HR projects, driving process efficiencies and service improvements Undertaking employee consultations for TUPE and redundancy processes Collaborating with HR colleagues to resolve complex employee relations issues Analysing HR data to identify trends and propose improvements Coaching managers on HR processes and develop tools to enhance their capability Acting as a role model for organisational values, promoting equality and diversity About You: Demonstrated HR advisory experience across a broad range of HR areas Degree-level qualification or equivalent, plus CIPD qualification (or willingness to progress to Level 7) Strong knowledge of HR practice, employment legislation, and organisational policy Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and work proactively in a fast-paced environment Highly proficient IT skills, including MS Office Commitment to continuous professional development and fostering an inclusive culture Benefits: 40 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) 14% employer pension contribution Flexible start/finish times and working patterns Key Details: Location: South Birmingham (2 days home working) Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Salary: Up to £48,822 per annum Contract Type: 12 month contract If the above seems a good fit for your experience then please get in touch today! James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We are currently partnering with government associated body who are recruiting for a HR Coordinator to join their team on a permanent basis . The role will be based in Abbey Wood. This is a full-time position with a salary band of £34,000 to £36,000 (subject to experience) and the start date is subject to notice. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Providing support to the HR team with all recruitment administration and activities including advertising, shortlisting assessment, and interviewing to ensure that candidates receive a professional, high-quality service and positive impression of the organisation Support on low level ER casework and handle junior responsibilities related to sickness and absence management Managing the onboarding process, ensuring that all pre-employment checks are completed promptly and comply with safer recruitment procedures as well as setting up on payroll Monitoring the People mailboxes as required responding to all initial queries, escalating as necessary to another member of the team Processing leavers, new starters, contract variations, keeping track of actions and chase where necessary Skills, knowledge and expertise required: Driving with access to own vehicle is desirable Compliance and due diligence Rewards and Benefits: Hybrid working 29 days annual leave including bank holiday 5:3 employer to employee pension Annual salary reviews Working hours: 35 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are proud to be a local government in Surrey who are looking to appoint an Economy, Policy and Communications Officer on a 12-month FTC while they go through a transition. This will be a full-time position, with hybrid working and a salary of £35,000 up to £39,500 per annum. The ideal candidate will have excellent written/verbal skills and ideally have experience working within local government. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Supporting the organisation and delivery of business focused events, including business awards, job fairs and workshops Coordinating logistics including venues, suppliers, invitations, attendee lists and event materials Supporting administration of the Council's formal complaints process, preparing summaries and identifying recurring issues Maintaining and update website and intranet content to ensure accuracy and compliance with statutory accessibility requirements Preserving and improving administrative processes Providing accurate data entry, document management and information handling Experience required: Experience required in local government Experience maintaining databases or systems and checking information for accuracy Skills, knowledge and expertise required: Proactive commitment to excellent customer service. Team worker with ability to work on own initiative. Confident using MS Office and digital tools. Working hours: 35 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

Our client, based in Leicester, is currently recruiting for a Senior Information Governance Officer on a 3-month temporary contract on a fully remote basis. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The daily rate is from £250 - 300 per day via an umbrella company. Duties will include (but are not limited to): • Conducting data protection audits to assess organisational compliance with UK GDPR and relevant data protection legislation, identifying risks and recommending remedial actions • Managing and responding to Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant disclosures within statutory deadlines • Maintaining and updating Records of Processing Activities (RoPAs), ensuring all data processing activities were accurately documented in line with regulatory requirements • Developing and regularly reviewing privacy notices, ensuring transparency obligations were met and that information provided to data subjects was clear, accessible, and legally compliant Rewards and Benefits: Hybrid working Flexible working days Working hours: 37 hours per week (open to part time) Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £250 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are delighted to be partnering with a respected organisation to recruit for a HR Admin Team Leader on a fixed-term or temporary contract of up to two years. This is a full-time role based in the Exeter, offering a hybrid working arrangement (3 days per week working from home) and a salary of up to £34,000 per annum. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Oversee 3 HR Shared Service Assistants Deliver efficient, cost-effective HR support, including first-line advice, guidance, and administration across the full HR function. Contribute to HR strategy and operations, including developing and monitoring Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with stakeholders Support managers and service leads with employee relations cases (e.g. handling routine cases, maintaining records, and preparing correspondence) Assist in developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and learning & development initiatives Help design and improve HR systems and processes (e.g. recruitment, compliance checks, absence management, training administration, and invoicing). Manage and support HR Advisors by allocating work, monitoring performance, and identifying training needs Produce HR reports, metrics, and organisational data Ensure HR records are accurate, compliant, and audit-ready. Maintain up-to-date HR knowledge and contribute to continuous service improvement. Experience required: Substantial experience of working in a HR function ideally in a unionised environment Sound Line Management / Team Leading / Formal Supervisory experience Understanding and experience of the practical application of employment law Sound Customer Care and Communication skills - both verbal and written - being demonstrably able to operate with tact and diplomacy and at all times promoting a positive image Well-honed Continuous and Process Improvement skills, able to develop systems and processes Ability to manage and cope with conflicting priorities and deadlines so that SLAs are delivered within the agreed specifications Benefits: 3 days home working Generous annual leave entitlement (with additional days for long service) Hybrid working options to support work-life balance Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential wellbeing and mental health support Inclusive and supportive workplace culture, with strong equality and diversity commitments Professional development opportunities, including training and CIPD support Flexible working arrangements where possible Discounted leisure memberships Working hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday, Flexi working offered Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

We are currently partnering with a manufacturing company in north Birmingham that is recruiting for a part-time HR Advisor to join their team on a permanent basis. This is a part-time position working 20 hours per week , with flexible working hours and days and offers a salary of £35,000 to £40,000 FTE. Please note there is no hybrid working offered for this role so you would need to comfortable commuting to site. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Actively supporting recruitment processes, including preparing job descriptions, posting adverts and assisting throughout the hiring cycle Overseeing employee performance and manage exits from the organisation where required Leading on employee onboarding and orientation activities Maintaining and monitoring employee records (attendance, HR data, compliance) in line with policy and legislation Reviewing employment practices and working conditions to ensure full legal compliance Supporting HR initiatives, performance management, and disciplinary or grievance processes, including dismissals where necessary Experience required: CIPD Level 3 (or above) or currently working towards it Strong HR generalist knowledge, including employment law, employee relations, recruitment, pay/benefits and training Proven experience managing ER cases end-to-end, including dismissals Confident handling disciplinary and grievance procedures Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills High accuracy, strong attention to detail and reliable time-management Proficient in MS Office Strong ethics, teamwork ability and professionalism Rewards and Benefits: Support in advancing to the next level of your CIPD studies Flexible working days Employee pension scheme 6% 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) Death In service Working hours: 20 hours per week Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm (core hours) Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.